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Small Home of the Year 2023: Bird/Seed House
This small but perfectly formed home for two is shaped by Waiheke Island’s flora and fauna.
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The award-winning Bird/Seed House on Waiheke Island, designed by architect Vaughn McQuarrie, draws inspiration from a pohutukawa seed pod and a bird in flight. Its unique winged roof and intricate cedar ceilings mimic the natural forms.
Inside the 150m² home, reclaimed brick walls create a warm, grounding focal point. The layout is strategically oriented to capture views of a mature pohutukawa and Anzac Bay.
This beautiful home operates completely off-grid, showcasing a perfect blend of artistic design and sustainable living.
The Living Area.
The folding roof form creates a sense of the house taking off from its site.
The highly efficient woodburner is the home's only heatsource.
Reclaimed brick provides the anchoring element, running throughout the house.
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